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9.00am to 4.00pm
Closed public holidays and weekends.
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2 Cox Street, Warracknabeal, VICTORIA 3393
Phone (03) 5396 1360 Fax (03) 5394 1103
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Courses & Programs
Expressions of interest are welcomed. Ideas for programs and courses to be developed will be considered.
We would love to hear from any trainers or tutors who may wish to share their skills with the community.
Please visit our Events Calendar page for more information on upcoming courses.
Upcoming Courses & Programs.....
YOGA with Susan Martin
Come and experience the health benefits of Yoga.
For Experienced Participants
Experienced Class:
Date: Tuesday's, 5 Weeks: Feb 25th - March 24th, 2020
Time: Level 2 Yoga: 5.15pm - 6.30pm. Level 1 Yoga: 6.45pm - 8pm
These class is for people who have practiced yoga before.
Cost: $15 casual or $60 per 5 week block.
Please bring a thick blanket, yoga mat if you have one and water. Please fast for 2 hours before the class Disclaimer and Personal History forms required.
Payment and enrolment prior to first session please. Bookings with Neighbourhood House. 03 5396 1360
DSLR Camera Class
With Phil Down
Do you have a DSLR camera and would like to know how to use it to it’s full capacity? Do you want to get off the auto setting? Then this intermediate DSLR class is for you. Phil comes with a wealth of knowledge gleaned from his years as a keen,enthusiastic photographer. Please bring your charged camera, manual, pen and paper.
Date: Sunday March 22, 2020
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Cost: $80
Booking and payment required by Wednesday March 18, 2020
Stories of Albacutya
Film Screening
Come and enjoy this wonderful film which has recorded stories of Lake Albacutya’s past told by some great local identities. You may even hear some stories that you didn’t know about. Lake Albacutya is a RAMSAR site,(a wetland site of international significance) and the largest one in Victoria. It has been dry for over 30 years but still has wonderful bird life and records tens of thousands of visitors each year.
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2020
Time: 7.30pm - 8.45pm
Cost: FREE
Please RSVP by Tuesday March 24, 2020
Aqua Movers
Aqua Movers is a water aerobics class to assist in fitness using the support of water.
General pool use is also an available option.
When: Every Monday
Time: 9:10am for 9.20am departure
Where: Horsham Aquatic Centre
Cost: $10.00 per session, includes bus transport, pickup from Neighbourhood House
Participants can also enjoy lunch together at Laneway Cafe at their own cost.
Meditation and Relaxation
With John Martin
Meditation and Relaxation helps to reduce stress, depression and anxiety. Meditation can provide a healing of the human spirit and help us maintain control, balance and insight into our lives. John practices meditation everyday and brings along his many years of experience in creating a relaxed meditative state.
Date: Wednesdays, by appointment.
Time: 2pm
Cost: $2
Bookings required. Please contact us so we can help arrange a time.
Social Media for Small Business "Let's Get Social"
Wanting to improve the way you use social media for you business or community group as part of your marketing plan? But not sure where to start, this workshop is for you! It's designed to help you be confident about the content you’re publishing online to best promote your business.
Date: Thursday, March 19, 2020
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Where: Warracknabeal Neighbourhood House
Cost: $60 or $40 Concession. Bookings and payment by Monday March 16, 2020
Social Media for Small Business "Shoot for Social" Photography on your iPhone
Need images for your social accounts but don't have budget for professional photography? This is the workshop for you!
What's covered? Using your phone, composition, editing and finding the best light. Participants will create a flat lay and use a lightbox to capture images.
At the end for the session, you will have photographs to use on your business or community page.
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Where: Upstairs at Warracknabeal Town Hall
Cost: $80 or $60 Concession. Bookings and payment by Thursday March 19, 2020
Barista Training
One day course. Learn how to make espresso coffees, froth milk, clean machines and grind beans.
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2020
Time: 5.00pm - 9.30pm
Cost: $50 or $25 concession
Learn Local training provided by Helen Dillon from Beulah Bic.
Responsible Service of Alcohol
Delivered by CFT
Accredited with the VCGLR and is essential for anyone working where alcohol is sold.
Date: Thursday, March 26 2020
Time: 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Cost: $110
Enrolment and payment required by Monday, March 26, 2020.
Food Safety Handler - SITXFSA001
Delivered by CFT
Food hygiene awareness is a requirement for all persons handling, preparing and storing food in workplace or volunteer positions.
Date: Tuesday February 25, 2020
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: $110 payment required on enrolment.
All assessments completed in class
Please enrol by Thursday February 20, 2020.
Provide First Aid & CPR - HLTAID003
Training Delivered by Casey Kosch
Date: Monday March 16, 2020
Time: CPR 8am - 10am
Time: Full First Aid 10.00am - 5.00pm
Cost: $190 or $90 CPR only
Enrolment and payment please by Monday March 9, 2020 to confirm your place and assist with finalising numbers. There is some online homework for all full Provide First Aid participants, that needs to be picked up and completed before the course on Monday March 16, 2020. This will be emailed to you by Casey Kosch after March 9, 2020.
A Unique Student Identifier is required for this course, information on how to obtain a USI can be found in the Forms tab. Photo identification is required with your enrolment or on the day.
Please contact us and provide your name, phone number and email and USI so an online enrolment invitation can be sent to you.
Local Learners
If you want to obtain your Learner Drivers Permit, but need some help to develop better understanding of rules, questions and test requirements?
This programme will put you on the right road and steer you towards achieving your goal.
Cost: $60 or concession $40
Please contact the Centre to organise a time.
Work Skills
Learn skills to assist your search for work. Includes: Resumes, Personal Presentation, Interview Skills and Budgeting.
Dates and time on appointment. Please contact the centre to organise a time.
Cost: $60 or $40 Concession
Bookings and enrolment forms to be completed before course commencement. Payment required to guarantee your place.
Basic Computers
Our course offers a range of current and practical training modules using Windows 10. Training can be tailored to meet individual or group needs, using online resources to explore a variety of topics.
Date: Friday's February 28 - March 27, 2020
Time: 10am - 12pm
Cost: $60 or $40 concession
Modern laptop computers provided. Enrolment and payment required by Monday Feb 24, 2020
Basic Computers One-On-One
Need specific, perdonally tailored basic computer training? Please contact the centre to arrange a time to talk through your needs and book a one-on-one appropriate time.
Cost: $20 per hour
Date and time to be arranged.
Seniors Computer Session
We are hosting a free digital skills session for people over 50. If you would like to gain some skills in a relaxed setting, this is for you.
Date: Tuesday March 24, 2020
Time: 10.30am - 12pm
Cost: Free
Modern laptop computers provided, or bring your own. Please RSVP by Friday March 20, 2020
Operating an Apple iPad
This short course covers the basic settings and functions for the iPad.
Cost: $20 per hour
Please contact the Centre to register your interest and organise a date and time.
Budgeting Basics
Where does your money go? Do you have any savings? Our short Budgeting Basics program will give you the knowledge to effectively manage you day-to-day finances.
Date: Thursday's March 12 - March 26, 2020
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Cost: $60 or $40 concession
Modern laptop computers provided. Enrolments and payment required by Monday March 9, 2020.
French Language classes > Votre prof Ginny Clark
Beginner Class
Please enquire for start date, time and cost.
Intermediate Class
Date: Tuesday's, 6 sessions starting Feb 4, 2020
Cost: $60
Time: 2.00pm-3.00pm
Advanced Class
Date: Tuesday, 6 sessions from Feb 18th, 2020.
Time: 5.30pm-6.30pm
Cost: $60
Please enquire and book with the Centre. Beginner classes also available.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
With John Martin
Dates and time on appointment. Please contact the centre to organise a time.
Cost: $60
John volunteers his time to assist those for whom English is their second language and want to improve their conversation and literacy skills. This is provided through one-on-one tuition to ensure individual needs are met.
Writer's Group
When: First Thursday of every month
Time: 10.00am
Cost:$2
Passionate about writing and wanting a forum to share your work with others. Come along and join the friendly and supportive Writer's Group.
Available during office hours
Chess
For learners or established players. Chess set provided.
Cost: $2
Please contact us to organise a day and time.
Harmony Moon's Tarot for Beginners
Have you ever wanted to learn to read and interpret Tarot cards? Or become more connected to your own Tarot deck? In this 6 week program you will be able to learn the basics of the Major, Minor and Court Cards, how they connect and create readings and how to begin reading for yourself. Learn different spreads and combinations or become more confident in your readings and begin reading for others. Each Student gets their own Tarot Deck to keep.
Date: Wednesday's from March 18 - April 15 2020. 5 x 1 hour classes.
Time: 7pm - 8pm
Cost: $95
Bookings required. Please enrol and pay by Friday March 13, 2020.
Conversational French
Are you planning on traveling and would like to benefit from learning French? Courtesy of Jeanie Clark, this is now possible.
Date: Wednesday's July 23rd to August 27th
Time: 4.00pm-5.00pm
Cost: $50 for 6 weeks.
Please book your place.